Cape Brandy Sauce Recipe

A taste of South Africa! This quick and easy Cape Brandy Sauce from Food Network is the perfect warm complement to bread pudding, ice cream, or even pound cake. Elevate your dessert game with this decadent, flavorful sauce in just minutes.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Calories 304 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cape Brandy Sauce

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How to Make Cape Brandy Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/4 cup (50g) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup (60ml) water.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup (60ml) brandy and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Heat for 1 more minute, or until the sauce slightly thickens. Do not boil.
  5. Remove from heat and serve warm over your favorite dessert.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

200g

Fat

9g

Carbs

16g

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